Description
A quick and simple saute of fresh asparagus and spinach with garlic and lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 5 ounces fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not brown the garlic.
- Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet. Saute for 4 to 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add the spinach to the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, until the spinach wilts, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- For extra flavor, grate a small amount of Parmesan cheese over the vegetables before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 7 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: asparagus, spinach, saute, garlic, lemon, vegetable side dish, quick recipe